TA Digital Group LLC Announces Senior Leadership Appointments to Drive Strategic Digital Infrastructure Development
The data center development arm of TA Realty LLC, has officially announced its senior leadership appointments. Established to address the increasing demand for strategic digital infrastructure development across North America, TADG provides scalable and flexible data center solutions.
The company offers a range of services, including build-to-suit, turnkey, powered shell, and fee development options, catering to the evolving needs of hyperscale and enterprise clients. With a leadership team boasting extensive expertise across real estate, design, engineering, construction, and operations, TADG is well-positioned to emerge as a leading partner in the competitive digital infrastructure sector.
Leadership Team Overview
At the helm of TA Digital Group is Tim Shaheen, whose appointment as the company’s leader was announced in 2024. With nearly three decades of experience in business development, strategy, and site development within the digital infrastructure sector, Shaheen has held executive roles at Aligned Data Centers and EdgeConnex. Under his leadership, TADG is expected to capitalize on its expertise in real estate and technology to deliver innovative data center solutions.
Joining Shaheen in leading TADG are the following key executives:
- Ryan Day, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Finance
- Brings over 20 years of experience in financial planning, real estate development, and network acquisitions.
- Has held key roles at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft, contributing to large-scale infrastructure projects and strategic investment initiatives.
- Chris Trotman, Senior Vice President of Development and Engineering
- Specializes in power systems and electrical engineering.
- Previously held senior roles at CloudHQ, Meta, and Rivian, focusing on optimizing power infrastructure for large-scale data centers.
- Steve Holland, Senior Vice President of Operations
- Brings over 15 years of experience in data center operations.
- Led the data center solutions team at T5 Data Centers and served as a Principal in Data Center Solutions at JLL.
- Adam Black, Senior Vice President of Design and Construction
- Possesses extensive expertise in infrastructure and construction management.
- Formerly served as a Distributed Control System (DCS) Manager for the Mid-Atlantic region at Google and managed Infrastructure Construction Special Projects at Facebook.
Strategic Vision and Market Positioning
TA Digital Group’s leadership team brings together a wealth of experience from some of the most prominent organizations in the digital infrastructure industry. By leveraging this collective expertise, the company aims to deliver cutting-edge solutions that align with the increasing demand for robust and scalable data center infrastructures.
According to Shaheen, “TA Digital Group is well-positioned to deliver innovative data center solutions in some of the most competitive markets. Working alongside our colleagues at TA Realty, with the support of an exceptional team and a focus on strategic locations, we are ready to meet the growing demands of global hyperscale clients. Our approach integrates deep real estate expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to operational excellence.”
Market Focus and Expansion Plans
TA Digital Group is backed by TA Realty’s 40 years of experience in private equity real estate investing, a crucial advantage in the competitive landscape of digital infrastructure development. The company’s scope spans key North American markets, including:
- Northern Virginia: A global hub for data centers, offering unparalleled connectivity and infrastructure capabilities.
- Atlanta: A rapidly growing data center market, benefiting from strong economic development initiatives and robust power availability.
- Chicago: A major interconnection point for enterprise and hyperscale clients, providing strategic access to a broad range of business ecosystems.
The company currently supports over 2.3GW of committed power across these markets, ensuring the necessary capacity for AI-driven and cloud computing applications. TADG’s solutions are designed to meet the high-performance computing needs of hyperscale and enterprise clients, delivering critical infrastructure to sustain the digital economy.
Innovative Approach to Data Center Development
TA Digital Group differentiates itself by integrating advanced real estate and infrastructure solutions with a focus on operational efficiency. The company’s offerings include:
- Build-to-Suit Solutions: Custom-designed data centers to meet the specific requirements of hyperscale and enterprise clients.
- Turnkey Data Centers: Fully equipped and ready-to-use facilities optimized for efficiency and performance.
- Powered Shell Solutions: Flexible infrastructure that allows tenants to customize and deploy their own IT environments.
- Fee Development Services: End-to-end project management and construction services for organizations seeking a trusted development partner.
By leveraging the combined experience of its leadership team and the real estate expertise of TA Realty, TA Digital Group ensures that its data centers are strategically located, cost-effective, and designed to accommodate future growth.
Commitment to Sustainability and Efficiency
As the demand for data center capacity grows, sustainability remains a key focus for TA Digital Group. The company is committed to implementing energy-efficient designs, leveraging renewable energy sources, and reducing carbon footprints across its projects. By prioritizing green building practices and exploring innovative cooling and power solutions, TA Digital Group aims to set new industry benchmarks for sustainability and operational efficiency.
With a highly experienced leadership team, strategic market positioning, and a commitment to innovation, TA Digital Group LLC is poised to become a key player in the digital infrastructure sector. As the company continues to expand its presence across North America, its focus remains on delivering scalable, flexible, and sustainable data center solutions tailored to the evolving needs of hyperscale and enterprise clients.
